Savaria
Global accessibility leader designing, manufacturing and installing stairlifts, elevators, wheelchair lifts and patient‑care mobility solutions.
Manage procurement, inventory, and supplier relations to support manufacturing.
23 days ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
Onsite
Company Size
2,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Wheelchair lifts
Stairlifts
Residential elevators
Commercial elevators
Panoramic glass elevators
Vertical platform lifts
Inclined wheelchair lifts
Medical beds
Sector Specialisms
Accessibility
Healthcare
Residential
Commercial
Medical Equipment
Patient Care
Mobility Solutions
Home Elevators
Role
Description
purchase orders
inventory analysis
quality assurance
supply planning
transportation coordination
mm software
- Preparing and processing purchasing orders
- Calculate and analyze inventory statistics to provide optimal supply to manufacturing
- Works closely with Quality team to ensure we receive product that meets our quality standards
- Monitoring inventory levels and determining purchase needs and requirements
- Work closely with master production schedulers and inventory analyst
- Understand and review global supply replenishments to multiple manufacturing sites, along with cost economics and lead times for replenishment
- Actively works towards maintaining min-max optimal inventory level based on material consumption ratios/trends
- Work closely with transportation vendors to coordinate incoming material and establish/maintain process with mode of transport based on inventory level
- Support and assist on IT material management (MM) software analysis (cloud base)
- Creates month end reports for Open PO’s, RMA, Defects and other purchasing activities to maintain monthly targets
- Work closely with production supervisors/managers on special requirements (i.e. pricing, vendor analysis, project, pilot programs etc)
- Support and assist on prepping and setting up templates for annual inventory count
Requirements
apics
pmac
excel
erp
power bi
mrp
- Certified or working toward APICS, Professional Logistics, and/or PMAC
- Excellent negotiation skills, superior communication skills (verbal and written)
- Advanced MS Excel
- Strong understanding of Material Management modules and function under ERP program
- Ability to work independently
- Good understanding of material flow nodes and links between intercompany and external suppliers
- Good understanding of KPI, Power BI and Dashboard settings
- Able to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
- Clear understanding of MRP replenishment techniques and make necessary changes to material allocations
- 2 years’ work experience in procurement
- Strong communication skills
- Post secondary degree in procurement/Supply Chain
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
- Able to monitor supplier performance through SLA’s and create score cards for review
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1979
Company Origins
The company was established in 1979 as a wheelchair-lift manufacturer and has since expanded into a global accessibility leader.
Acquired 1989
Visionary Leadership
Marcel Bourassa, a visionary leader, acquired the company in 1989, marking a turning point in its growth and innovation.
Public 2002
Public Listing
The company went public in 2002, enabling global expansion and strategic growth through its TSX listing.
11 Sites
Global Manufacturing
Operates 11 manufacturing sites across North America, Europe, and Asia, supporting a global dealer network.
1,500+ Dealers
Dealer Network
A robust network of over 1,500 dealers and 30 direct sales offices support its international market reach.
- Evolved into a global accessibility powerhouse, initially starting as a wheelchair-lift maker.
- Combines two robust divisions—Accessibility and Patient Care—serving international markets.
- Product range includes residential and commercial elevators, stairlifts, inclined platform lifts, ceiling and floor patient lifts, therapeutic surfaces, medical beds, and adapted vehicles.
- Known for projects such as bespoke home elevators, panoramic glass Vuelift installations, commercial access lifts, and complex patient-handling systems in healthcare facilities.
- Financially stable with steady expansion, acquiring strategic brands like Handicare and Garaventa to expand its global presence.
- Standout product: the Vuelift panoramic home elevator, blending aesthetics and functionality to set design benchmarks in residential lifts.
Culture + Values
- Customer Focused: We listen, we learn, and we respond to our customers' needs with urgency, transparency, and care.
- Innovation: We foster a culture of continuous improvement, striving to deliver innovative solutions that exceed customer expectations.
- Integrity: We conduct business with the highest level of ethical standards, building trust through honesty, fairness, and accountability.
- Teamwork: We collaborate across teams, regions, and functions to achieve common goals and deliver outstanding results.
- Sustainability: We take responsibility for the impact we have on the world and actively work toward creating a sustainable future for our communities, customers, and stakeholders.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-Zero 2050
GHG Emissions Goal
Commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, demonstrating long-term environmental responsibility.
- Implemented energy-efficient technologies and processes to reduce environmental impact.
- Invested in renewable energy solutions, including solar power installations at facilities.
- Actively monitors and reduces waste, aiming to recycle and reuse materials wherever possible.
- Promotes sustainability through product design, focusing on energy-efficient, durable products.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Supports an inclusive workplace where all employees are respected and valued for their unique contributions.
- Focuses on gender diversity with ongoing initiatives to support the advancement of women in the workplace.
- Provides training on unconscious bias and promotes leadership development for women across all levels.
- Tracks gender representation and aims to achieve greater balance at all levels of the organization.